“I Really Felt the Feeling”: A Systematic Review and Qualitative Thematic Synthesis of Healthcare Workers’ Experiences of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Training-Reference-Cited by-同舟云学术

“I Really Felt the Feeling”: A Systematic Review and Qualitative Thematic Synthesis of Healthcare Workers’ Experiences of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Training

Published:2024-01-12 Issue:2 Volume:38 Page:94-118
ISSN:0889-8391
Container-title:Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy
language:en
Short-container-title:J Cogn Psychother

Author:

Huish Ellen,Donnelly Olivia,Marks Elizabeth

Abstract

Purpose:Existing research suggests that Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) training is beneficial for healthcare workers’ professional practice and personal well-being. This review aimed to further understanding of healthcare workers’ experiences of ACT training by synthesizing existing qualitative studies.Methods:A systematic literature review identified papers published up until April 2022 using the Embase, Ovid MEDLINE, and PsycINFO databases as well as relevant studies within the gray literature. Nine studies were included in the review, which were analyzed using Thematic Synthesis (Thomas & Harden, 2008).Results:Three analytical themes were identified through the thematic synthesis: I am both the patient and the professional; a powerful and empowering experience; and it is not always comfortable.Conclusion:This review has highlighted the importance of experiential learning. The training was a powerful experience for staff, but as such, it was not always comfortable. Recommendations for the future delivery of ACT training are made.

Publisher

Springer Publishing Company

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